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Herbal medicine has been an integral component of traditional healing systems worldwide, particularly in enhancing immune function. This review explores the historical significance of herbal remedies in immune modulation across various traditional medical systems, including Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and indigenous healing practices. It further examines the scientific advancemen...
Jyoti Verma and K. Sarvanan *
Department of Pharmacy, Bhagwant Global University, Kotdwar, Uttrakhand, India.
DOI: 10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.IJP.12(5).342-48
342-348
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Antioxidants play a crucial role in maintaining cellular health by mitigating damage caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS). These compounds, sourced from fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry and fish, help counteract oxidative stress, which can lead to cellular deterioration and various diseases. This review explores the classification and characteristics of antioxidants, including ascorbic acid, ...
Ankita A. Nevgi *, Suresh R. Choudhari, Aniket S. Rathod, Pranita S. Nivatkar, Arya R. Mestry, Vaishnavi G. Kolekar and Utkarsh U. Myakalwar
Department of Pharmaceutics, Yashwantrao Bhonsale College of Pharmacy, Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg, Maharashtra, India.
DOI: 10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.IJP.12(5).350-54
349-354
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Ricinus communis Linn, commonly known as the castor plant, is a versatile and widely distributed species that holds significant importance in both traditional and modern medicine. This plant, native to tropical Africa, has been utilized for centuries due to its extensive medicinal properties, which include antimicrobial, antihistaminic, antinociceptive, antifertility, anti-asthmatic, hepatoprotect...
G. N. Pramodini * and E. Aswathi
Department of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, Nehru College of Pharmacy, Pampady, Thiruvilwamala, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
DOI: 10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.IJP.12(5).355-58
355-358
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Obesity is a prevalent nutritional disorder and an important global health issue, defined as over-accumulation of fat in the body leading to metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. In the field of Unani medicine, it is called Siman Mufrit and is recognized as a manifestation of deranged Khilṭ-i-Balgham (phlegmatic humour) related to the digestive system and metabolic processes. There is an incr...
Sahiba Khan *, Irfan Ahmad and Arshad Kafi
Department of Mahiyatul Amraz, State Unani Medical college and Hospital, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
DOI: 10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.IJP.12(5).359-65
359-365
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Herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years, with early records from the Sumerians and continued global use, especially in developing countries. Despite the rise of synthetic drugs like aspirin, interest in plant-based treatments remains strong due to the limitations of conventional medicine and the belief in the safety of natural products. About 25% of modern drugs originate from plants....
Ayaj S. Pathan, Kaufiya D. Sayyad, Sangita S. Mundkar *, Ashwini B. Ainule, Rutuja M. Misal, Samrudhi V. Bagde, Shrinivas S. Giri and Rushikesh R. Khadap
Department of Pharmacy, Godavari Institute of Pharmacy Kolpa, Latur, Maharashtra, India.
DOI: 10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.IJP.12(5).366-77
366-377